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- Goodhue County
- 6/17/25
- 07/29/2025
- 64 Minutes
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Overview: The Goodhue County Board of Commissioners faced a discussion regarding the fate of the long-standing Sentence to Serve (STS) program, which is at risk following the state’s decision to cut funding. With the state’s support dwindling, the board weighed potential avenues for maintaining this vital program, which historically has provided structured work opportunities for both adult and juvenile offenders, contributing to community service projects and personal rehabilitation.
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- Goodhue County
- 5/20/25
- 05/21/2025
- 106 Minutes
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Overview: The Goodhue County Board of Commissioners meeting featured discussions on infrastructure, fiscal health, and community development, with a decision to approve a $200,000 contract for the design of a roundabout at County Road 66. This decision was made amidst debates over safety priorities and financial implications. Also significant was the board’s handling of the county’s stable financial position, funding allocations for housing projects, and the introduction of a new human resources manager.
- MN
- Goodhue County
- 5/6/25
- 05/13/2025
- 103 Minutes
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Overview: The Goodhue County Board of Commissioners convened to address significant county matters, including approving a major manure storage facility upgrade at Bombay Dairy, discussing the amendment of a bridge contract with Leyon Township, and considering a request from the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources to acquire tax-forfeited land. These discussions were complemented by presentations on county wellness programs and career opportunities within county departments.
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- Rice County
- 5/6/25
- 05/06/2025
- 41 Minutes
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Overview: In a recent meeting, the Faribault School Board Policy Committee tackled several issues, most notably the contentious revisions to Policy 515 regarding the protection and privacy of pupil records. The proposed amendments to this policy sparked discussion due to concerns over parental access to sensitive information regarding a minor child’s request to use a different name or pronoun or to receive gender-affirming medical care. The committee ultimately decided against forwarding the proposed amendments to the school board.
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- Rice County
- 4/21/25
- 04/21/2025
- 151 Minutes
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Overview: The Faribault School Board meeting addressed multiple issues, including a significant proposed increase in health insurance rates, a projected budget deficit, and new educational initiatives. The board deliberated on a 15% hike in health insurance rates due to rising medical claims costs and explored the implementation of language and cultural classes at the elementary level, while grappling with financial challenges and legislative uncertainties.
